Overview

Requisition Number: 77538 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what's possible. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations - not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. Come break through with us. Our Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers. Role Purpose Our Senior Cost Analyst is responsible for supporting the assistant plant controller in the timely and accurate completion of finance deliverables and partnering with plant operations leadership to analyze and interpret data to inform business outcomes Key Responsibilities As Senior Cost Analyst, you will: Close the financial books monthly, analyze actual results, and support all monthly reporting requirements Support assistant plant controller for timely and accurate completion of accounting activities, including fixed asset management, inventory valuation, product costing, period reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and overall asset and liability control Support annual preparation of budget and business forecasts, including analysis of capital investments with return metrices (ROI, IRR & Payback) Work with plant personnel to identify and quantify cost reduction opportunities, maintain plant cost accounting systems Inventory control and management, capital investment management, and manufacturing variance analysis and reporting Maintain internal control systems and ensure compliance to local regulations, Sarbanes Oxley requirements, US GAAP, and Corporate Accounting Policies, and participate as a leader in setting and managing the direction of the plant as well as support tax and insurance filings Key capabilities for this role include: Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, process-oriented and organized, solid understanding of GAAP Ability to learn on the fly and serve on various project teams, learn quickly when facing new problems or unfamiliar tasks Self-motivated, ability to take initiative, culturally sensitive, ambitious and aspires to grow professionally Ability to monitor, maintain, and improve systems to support continuous improvement to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance Experiences/Education - Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or equivalent technical degree required 3+ years of manufacturing or relevant experience Strong computer skills required: proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint, general ledger systems, forecasting tools Experiences/Education - Desired Experience working with PeopleSoft, SAP, Khalix, and Performance Excellence knowledge (Six Sigma, lean processes) preferred This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $67,342.00 - $92,595.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career fr